Test ID MICR0043 CULTURE, GENITAL GROUP B STREPTOCOCCUS SCREEN
AKA
GBS, Group B Strep, Group B Strep Penicillin Resistant
Specimen Type/Requirements
Liquid Stuart’s Media
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
CPT
87081
Container Type
Double swab
Stability
Room Temp:24hrs
Refrigerated: >24hrs
Frozen: NA
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Instructions
Indicate source on swab